Fencing in Fido: What Material and Style is Best for Your Dog Creating a safe home extends to the furry friends that you have under your roof. Picking the right fence design is important in providing your pet their own safe place. February 1, 2021 By sma Home Maintenance, Safety garden, home exterior, landscaping, lawn care, pets 0 0 Comment Read More »
Tips to Update and Accident-Proof Your Home Workspace With everything that’s happened in 2020, it’s no surprise that almost 30% of people are expected to continue working from home this year. If you fall into this category, then use this week to organize your workspace for safety and efficiency. January 11, 2021 By sma Home Inspection, Home Maintenance, Safety electrical, office, organization 0 0 Comment Read More »
Radon: Protecting Your House from a Hidden Danger January is National Radon Action Month, which means it’s the perfect time to make sure that your home is protected. January 4, 2021 By sma Home Inspection, Home Maintenance, Safety basement, foundation, radon 0 0 Comment Read More »
Common Electrical Hazards to Watch For The electrical system in your home is just one major component of your home that could end up costing you if left unchecked. November 30, 2020 By sma Home Maintenance, Safety appliances, electrical, lighting 0 0 Comment Read More »
The Best Maintenance Tips for Older Homes With all the charm that comes with old houses, they can also come with various problems. Although newer homes can succumb to these same issues, they often pose more of a threat to an older home. November 2, 2020 By sma Home Maintenance foundation, insulation, new homeowner, walls 0 0 Comment Read More »
Here’s What You Should Know about Removing a Chimney Did you know that fireplaces that sit unused can become a safety issue. If you’re a homeowner or renovator, here's how can you cut out that old smokestack to update your property. September 8, 2020 By sma Home Maintenance, Safety chimney, living room, roof 0 0 Comment Read More »
What’s that Smell? What Different Odors in Your Water Mean Have you noticed a strange smell emanating from your faucet lately? Here’s a list of some of the most common water odors and what they say about the condition of your home’s plumbing or water supply. August 31, 2020 By sma Cleaning Tips, Home Maintenance bathroom, kitchen, plumbing 0 0 Comment Read More »
Have an Old Tree in Your Yard? Look Out for These Hidden Issues Just with any landscaping in your outdoor space, tall, old trees bring their own set of challenges. Here are a few things to keep an eye out for when it comes to your yard’s oldest trees. August 10, 2020 By sma Home Maintenance, Safety foundation, landscaping, roof 0 0 Comment Read More »
The Benefits of a Smart Home Smart homes are becoming more and more affordable and homeowners are realizing the benefits that they have to offer. If you have been thinking about upgrading your home, the following information could help you decide. April 28, 2020 By sma Home Maintenance, Safety appliances, electrical, home security, kitchen 0 0 Comment Read More »
Upgrading to a Finished Basement? Here’s How to Get the Basics in Place A finished basement could be just the upgrade you need to create more living space and add value your home. If you have been thinking about revamping your current basement, here are some things to keep in mind while remodeling. April 21, 2020 By sma Cleaning Tips, Home Decor, Home Maintenance basement, floors, foundation 0 0 Comment Read More »